At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte – whether it be in one of our labs, corporate offices, the field – enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a results-driven environment that values innovation, collaboration, and compassion.

 

The Position:

As our Sr. Director of Software Quality, you'll shape the future of cancer diagnostics by leading our software quality initiatives and building a world-class team. In this pivotal role, you'll be the driving force behind our quality strategy, architecting and implementing processes that ensure the integrity of our diagnostic solutions. Leading a talented quality team, you'll foster a culture of excellence while developing the next generation of quality professionals.

Your expertise will be essential in navigating complex regulatory requirements as you oversee validation efforts across our technology ecosystem - from proprietary applications to critical third-party integrations like Salesforce and laboratory information management systems (LIMS). Working closely with R&D, Engineering, and Clinical teams, you'll ensure quality is embedded throughout the product development lifecycle, not just an afterthought. Your influence will extend beyond traditional quality assurance as you build bridges between technical requirements and business objectives, ensuring our solutions meet both regulatory standards and market needs. Managing regulatory audits and compliance documentation, you'll be instrumental in maintaining our standing with regulatory bodies while enabling the agile development necessary for innovation in cancer diagnostics. 

This position is located in our South San Francisco office (hybrid). We are also open to San Diego (hybrid) or remote (West Coast time zone preferred).

Who You Are:

10+ years in software quality, with 5+ years in medical devices/diagnostics Bachelor’s in computer science or related field (Master's preferred) Deep knowledge of FDA regulations (21 CFR Part 820, Part 11) and ISO standards Experience validating third-party applications in regulated environments Expertise in: Test automation frameworks API testing and integration validation Risk management and compliance SDLC methodologies Cloud security validation HIPAA compliance Proven success leading 5+ person teams Strong executive presence Strategic thinking with tactical execution Excellence in stakeholder management Track record of developing top talent Ability to travel once a quarter

Preferred Qualifications:

Cancer diagnostics/precision medicine background ASQ certification Experience with: Clinical laboratory operations Third-party healthcare software validation GxP-regulated systems Electronic health record integrations

 

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The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units. Veracyte is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Pay range$200,000—$231,000 USD

 

What We Can Offer You

Veracyte is a growing company that offers significant career opportunities if you are curious, driven, patient-oriented and aspire to help us build a great company. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce, where diverse backgrounds are represented, engaged, and empowered to drive innovative ideas and decisions.  We are proud to have been named a “Bay Area Top Workplace” for 11 years in a row by the Bay Area News Group and “Best Places to Work in San Diego” in 2023 by the San Diego Business Journal.

 

About Veracyte

Veracyte (Nasdaq: VCYT) is a global genomic diagnostics company that improves patient care by providing answers to clinical questions, informing diagnosis and treatment decisions throughout the patient journey in cancer and other diseases. The company’s growing menu of genomic tests leverage advances in genomic science and technology, enabling patients to avoid risky, costly diagnostic procedures and quicken time to appropriate treatment. The company’s tests in lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, thyroid cancer, bladder cancer and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis are available to patients and its lymphoma subtyping and renal cancer tests are in development. With Veracyte’s exclusive global license to a best-in-class diagnostics instrument platform, the company is positioned to deliver its tests to patients worldwide. Veracyte is based in South San Francisco, California. For more information, please visit www.veracyte.com and follow the company on X (Formerly Twitter).

Veracyte, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Veracyte participates in E-Verify in the United States. View our CCPA Disclosure Notice.

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